🇬🇧 Canterbury: Step Into a Storybook Town

Nestled in Kent, this medieval gem is where history whispers through cobbled lanes. As the spiritual heart of England (home to the Archbishop of Canterbury), it's compact enough to explore in a day—perfect for lazy strolls, floral photoshoots, and café-hopping under the sun. ☀️ 📍 Must-Do List ✔️ Canterbury Cathedral (1,000 years of history) Marvel at Henry IV and the Black Prince's tombs Last entry 4PM – don’t miss the stained-glass storytelling! ✔️ Westgate Gardens A 2-minute walk from the station Tiny but mighty: wisteria arches, riverside benches, and that iconic gate ✔️ The Crooked House The tilting 17th-century cottage that inspired Dickens 🍽️ Global Flavors Mezze Bar & Grill: Turkish kebabs with rooftop views Café des Amis: Margaritas in a secret courtyard The Cook’s Tale: Award-winning curry in a Tudor building 🚆 Getting There Train: King’s Cross → Canterbury West (~1hr) Drive: 1.5hr from London (park near the station) Bonus: Pair with a trip to the Seven Sisters Cliffs (National Geographic’s "edge of the land"). #CanterburyMagic #LondonDayTrips